The steering wheel locks to protect against theft. The ignition key can be removed only in the LOCK position.
Kia Niro 2017 (DE HEV) Service Manual: Power Door Mirror Actuator Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the front door quadrant inner cover (A).
3.
Disconnect the power door mirror connector from the harness.
4. ...
Kia Niro (DE HEV) Owners Manual: Tire chains
Since the sidewalls of radial tires are thinner, they can be damaged by mounting
some types of snow chains on them. Therefore, the use of snow tires is recommended
instead of snow chains. Do not mount tire chains on vehicles equipped with aluminum
wheels; snow chains may cause damage to the ...